Whether you live in the country or urban setting, raising chickens can be a wonderful experience. They come in a wide variety of colors and sizes. Their personalities are often larger than life and they can be quite social. In fact, I frequently recommend people to get chickens if they are just starting out with […]
Urban chickens
Hen House: No Foxes Allowed!
I enjoy my backyard chickens. They entertain us with their antics, provide great material for the compost bin, eat bugs, plus they provide eggs. I can’t imagine a day without them since they are part of our daily routine. But as every chicken keeper knows, it can be over in a moment if a fox […]
Chickens as Pets: The New Urban Trend?
As a farmer’s daughter turned urbanite, I brought my country ways with me. Living near the center of town on a 1/3 acre urban homestead, it was just a matter of time before chickens made an appearance in the backyard. Sure, there are daily chores, but there are also daily fresh eggs. However, I find […]